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I need a low calories soupe please!
Other then the cabbage soupe I don't know any!!! anyone has good one? Thank you:drinker:
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Cilantro and Lime Fish (or shrimp)
1 lb shrimp, cleaned and peeled, or 2 fish filets (whatever you like, I used tuna and tilapia) Juice of 2 limes 2 tbs hot sause 2 tbs vegatable oil chopped cilantro, to taste, I use about 1/4 cup in a pan put the oil, hot sauce, and lime juice and heat it up. put in the fish/shrimp. add the cilantro. cook until done. (cook…
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A tasty dinner
We had the best guilt free tostadas for dinner tonight. I make my own re fried beans. In a slow cooker, I cook 2 cups of pinto and 2 cups of black beans for about 10 hours. I don't season at all. When cooled put in fridge until ready to use. I put them in a large skillet with lots of it juices and start smashing them. I…
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Poorly-stocked house, NEED GOOD, QUICK RECIPE
Okay, so, yeah, my house does not have many nutritional foods. We don't even have an apple or banana. And sadly enough, I do not have my liscense (sp?) to go and get food. I need a really good, quick recipe for lunch with not a lot of calories. Help? Thanks so much.
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Tuna, Asparagus and Feta Salad
Tuna, Asparagus and Feta Salad This delicious salad provides about 3 portions of vegetables - a generous start on the daily recommendation of 5-7. Ingredients: 2 cups romaine lettuce torn into pieces 1 Roma tomato, cut into 8 pieces 1/2 cup steamed asparagus pieces 1/2 can (3 ounces) white albacore tuna, drained 1 oz. feta…
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greek salad
4 large tomatoes 1 english cucumber 1 small purple onion chopped chopped fresh cilantro 4 oz low fat feta 2 cloves garlic mashed 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp oregano dried 2/3 cup pitted black olives salt and pepper to taste toss and enjoy
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Garlic-roasted asparagus
1.5 lb fresh asparagus 2-3 cloves garlic, sliced thin or minced 2 tbsp olive oil 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp ground black pepper Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Trim the tough ends off the asparagus spears. Place the spears and garlic in 15x10 baking pan. Drizzle with oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper. toss to coat Roast for 10-15…
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Crustless Chicken Broccoli Quiche
Crustless Chicken Broccoli Quiche recipe ingredients 2 cups broccoli florets, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 cup skim low-fat milk 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/2 cup egg substitute 1 1/2 cups chopped leftover…
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Breakfast Smoothie
Hello, there! Below is the recipe for a breakfast smoothie that I have every morning. It has ground flax seed, a wonderful source of Omega 3's, psyllium husk (great for fiber to make it more filling), vitamin powder (I get mine from the Vitamin Shoppe. I hate taking vitamins so this is a great way to get them in!), and…
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Protein Pancakes
Protein Pancakes Ingredients1/3 cup oatmeal 1 banana 4 egg whites Directions Mix all ingredients together. Fry with little oil for about 5 minutes. yields 2 servings Categories Breakfast Nutrition Facts Serving Size 138.6g Amount Per Serving Calories 139Calories from Fat 10 % Daily Value* Total Fat 1.1g2% Saturated Fat…
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Protein Pancakes
Protein Pancakes Ingredients1/3 cup oatmeal 1 banana 4 egg whites Directions Mix all ingredients together. Fry with little oil for about 5 minutes. Categories Breakfast Nutrition Facts Serving Size 138.6g Amount Per Serving Calories 139Calories from Fat 10 % Daily Value* Total Fat 1.1g2% Saturated Fat 0.2g1% Cholesterol…
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Fat Free Granola Bars
Fat Free Granola Bars - fatfree Yield: 36 servings 1 1/2 c Fat free granola; (health valley) 1 1/2 c Whole wheat flour 3/4 ts Baking soda 3/4 ts Cream of tartar 1 ts Cinnamon 1/4 ts Ground cloves 1/4 ts Nutmeg 3/4 c Honey 4 oz sweet potato puree 2 Egg whites; lightly beaten 1 ts Vanilla 1 c Raisins; (chopped optional)…
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Wrapped in Lettuce
I wrap everything that goes on a bun, between bread or in a torilla in lettuce. It's great and you don't miss the bread. I've even ordered a hamburger at a restaurant and asked them for a large piece of lettuce instead of the bun. Try it, you'll love it. It saves a lot of empty calories since most people eat white bread…
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kids like it recipe
I actually found something that my kids like: I made my own salmon patties and we ate them like burgers 1can of demings salmon 1 egg or egg white 1/2 cup oatmeal mix like meatloaf make into patties fry in a pan sprayed with no stick. We ate them with lettuce, lite mayo and pickle relish They were great Tranne
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Healthy holiday food
I am starting this topic with the upcoming holidays in mind. I have no idea what to cook or how to change any traditional recipes, so I thought we could put our ideas together. If you have any holiday recipes, sweet or not, please post them and share.
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Healthy Energy Bars
Healthy Energy Bars Ingredients 1 cup quick cooking rolled oats 1/4 cup raw unsalted sunflower seeds 14 cup flax seeds, ground 1/2 cup toasted wheat germ 1/4 cup whole-wheat pastry flour 1/2 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup raw almonds 1/2 cup dried cherries 1/2 cup pitted dried dates 1/2 cup powdered nonfat dry milk 1/2…
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Hummus
Hummus A straightforward hummus that may be augmented with roasted red peppers or olies. Serve with crackers, flat breads or on a pita 20 Minutes to Prepare and Cook Ingredients 2 (15.5 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained 4 tablespooons lemon juice 6 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 3 tablespoons tahini 1/4 teaspon crused…
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Crustless Pumpkin Pie
Sugar Free Pumpkin Custard 15 Minutes to Prepare and Cook Ingredients 1 3/4 cup (1 small can) canned pumpkin 2 eggs 1 c. skim milk 2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. ginger 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1 c. Altern (walmart brand) no calorie sweetener Directions Put all ingredients in a microwave safe bowl. Beat with a wire whisk to mix. Put in…
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Turkey stuffing
Turkey stuffing Ingredients 16 oz package baby carrots 2 large raw onions 8 large celery stalks 1 Package Knorr's Dry vegetable soup mix 1.5 cups Kashi Vive graham & vanilla cereal 1.5 cups Kashi Good friends cereal 1 cup quick cooking Irish oatmeal (McCann's) 1/3 cup unprocessed bran(Quakers) 2 tablespoons milled flax…
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Grilled Stuffed Portobellos
Grilled Stuffed Portobellos Ingredients 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 large lemon, juiced 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), plus more, for drizzling 4 medium to large portobello mushroom caps Coarse salt and black pepper, or grill seasoning 3 large, firm plum tomatoes, seeded…
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Southwest BBQ Chic w Tomato Red Pepper Dressing
Southwest Barbecued Chicken with Tomato Red Pepper Dressing 2 Servings This is a spicy, healthy version of the classic favorite. You can cook the chicken in the oven or on the grill. Ingredients: 4 tbsp Tomato Red Pepper Salad Dressing (recipe follows) 1 tsp red chile powder 1 tsp canola oil 1/2 tsp honey (optional) 2…
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Drunken berries
Good morning everyone! I wanted to share a recipe I used last night and it was a hit! I know there is some concern regarding artificial sweetners, so if you'd rather use regular sugar, it will still be a light yummy treat. Mixed berries (frozen or fresh)... make sure to get blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, etc. Put…
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Turkey Burger
I made this last night with my sweet potato fries. It was great, and the kids enjoyed it too. 1 lb lean ground turkey 1 zucinni (spell) grate it with your cheese grater 2-3 cloves of galic minched or you can grate 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 carrot grated 1/2 tsp grill seasoning 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper in a pan over high…
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I don't like to cook Help:laugh:
Does any one have filling, easy low cal food suggestions that kids like too?
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
I made these last weekend and my office and husband thought they were great (I did too and now I am craving some). The calories seem high, but that is based on if you had only 12 slices out of a 13x9 pan. Those are huge pieces! I had about double that many servings. Ingredients Crust: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (6 3/4…
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50-Calorie Decadent Iced Coffee
This iced beverage is big on taste but low in calories. Ice 1/5 cup nonfat milk 1 cup coffee 1 packet Splenda 1 tbsp fat free whipped topping Handful of chocolate chips Fill cup halfway with ice. Add Splenda packet. Add 1/5 cup skim milk. Fill with coffee, stir until cold. Top with whipped topping. Sprinkle 5-6 chocolate…
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Veggie Soup with Okra and Tomatoes ~ With or Without Chicken
Veggie Soup with Okra and Tomatoes ~ With or Without Chicken ~ Your Choice 1 - ½ pounds Chicken Tenderloins - boneless skinless 1 - Cup Chopped Onion 4 - Chicken Bouillon Cubes 1 - 8 oz. Can Hunt’s Tomato Sauce with Basil Garlic and Oregano 1 - 14.5 oz. Can Del Monte Stewed Tomatoes Original Recipe with Onions, Celery and…
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Quick fix lunch or dinner
If you have left over chicken Cut it up and set aside. In a skillet-heat up some olive oil-just enough to saute your veggies throw in some broc, zuch, onion, bell pepper, and carrots cook until the onions are carmalized. Add salt, pepper and garlic and a splash of Tery sauce if you have can't believe it's not butter…
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I need a recipe
Ok years ago I had a great recipe for mock mayonaise. I have lost it over the years and I would really like to find one that I will like and is simple. I know there are alot of different ones out there I just haven't found one to my liking yet. So if anyone has one they like please post it. I can't stand the low-fat…
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amazing seasoning salt...without the sodium
it would take me forever to copy out the recipe, but it is awesome... http://homecooking.about.com/od/spicerecipes/r/blspice1.htm takes a bit to put together, but well worth it not sure what to put as nutritional information though, lol...